as in to relax
to get rid of nervous tension or anxiety
I'm going to need to mellow out when this stressful week is finally at an end
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Just 1,040 afternoons to sit by the pool, play catch in the yard with your kids, or just relax and enjoy life on the patio.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026 -
Book a room with a view, then sit back, relax, and enjoy your stay.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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With first-half injury time winding down, Malik Tillman weighted a long pass to a streaking Balogun, who held up to create space and fired a brilliant shot into the far top corner.—
Greg Beacham,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026
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Trump also plans individual meetings on the sidelines of the summit, which opens Monday, with the leaders of Egypt, Qatar and United Arab Emirates to discuss efforts to wind down the Iran war.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 June 2026
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Picturesque lake towns like Greenville and Naples are ideal destinations for water sports, boating adventures, or just chilling out on sandy shores.—
Erinne Magee,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
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And The Log House is perfectly situated for a family or a group of friends who want to escape the city for a bit, explore the area, and chill out in the woods.—
Damian Fallon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 May 2026
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“Mellow (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mellow%20%28out%29. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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